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Poovar Tourism

Poovar is a small rustic town situated 27 kms from Thiruvananthapuram with unspoilt, unexplored golden sand beaches and beautiful backwaters of Kerala.

Also known as a fishing village, the tranquil Poovar island lies between the Arabian Sea and the Neyyar River. Hiring a boat, (especially during the sunset)that will take you through the mangrove forest of backwaters is a must-do activity. The boat ride costs around INR 3000- INR 4000. The town has some of the beautiful resorts and hotels that are known for the hospitality they offer.

Poovar beach is secluded and is only accessible by a boat. Swimming is allowed here throughout the year except for the monsoon months

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History of Poovar

There is an interesting story about how Poovar got its name. When Marthanda Varma Maharaja was declared as the successor of the King, Ettuveetil Pillamar, the other two sons with the help of Madampis tried to seize power. Therefore, the Maharaja had to run away and he ended up in Poovar. Moosa Marikar, a prosperous and noble businessman, provided him with a safe place. He also helped the Maharaja to regain his lost kingdom. During his stay at Poovar, Marthanda Varma was fascinated by the beautiful red flowers, from the Kovala trees which flanked the banks of the Neyyar River. The flowers floating in the river seemed like a red carpet. It is believed that the Maharaja described the river as 'Poo-aar' meaning 'a stream of flowers' and this was how Poovar got its name.

Restaurants and Local Food in Poovar

Visiting a coastal area gives you a chance to savor the mouth watering delicacies. Poovar being a fishing hub offers some of the most delicious fish dishes you ever tasted. In fact, the town houses several multi cuisine restaurants and road side shacks serving local, Chinese, Tamil and North Indian cuisine. You will find a liberal use of coconut in the dishes quite refreshing.
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Suggested Itinerary for Poovar

Day 1- From your hotel or resort you can head off to the famous Poovar Beach, after a late breakfast. You can have a good beach time here in solitude. It is not at all crowded and is very clean and beautifully landscaping, separating the Arabian Sea and River Neyyar. Leave the beach late afternoon and relax at the hotel.
Day 2- Next day can you can take a houseboat cruise to the Fishing Village. You can get to understand the lives of the fisher folks and typical coastal villages of Kerala. You can also engage in fishing. You could also visit a century-old martial arts village to learn about the ancient martial art form of Kerala - Kalaripayattu.
Day 3- This can be another beach day. However, with recreational activities like water sports. Kovalam Beach can be the place, which has 3 beautiful crescent-shaped beaches, Lighthouse, Hawwah, and Samudra Beach. Lighthouse being the most famous, however, all of these beaches are extremely beautiful. You can leave the beach late afternoon and visit the natural sea port, Vizhinjam. It is internationally acclaimed for its beach resorts and Ayurvedic treatment. After a long day, you can indulge in an Ayurvedic treatment or a massage, which is healing and relaxing at the same time - just what you need on a holiday.

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How to Reach Poovar

How to Reach Overview

Being in the Trivandrum district of Kerala, Poovar is well-connected to the many cities in the country. Trivandrum International Airport lies at a distance of about 38 km, Trivandrum Railway Sation at around 35 km and has an extensive network of roads to the rest of the country.

How to reach Poovar by flight

Nearest airport to Poovar is the Trivandrum International Airport, distanced at around 38 km and has regular flights from the major cities in the country. Taxis and local state transport buses can be taken to reach Poovar.

How to reach Poovar by road

To reach Poovar by road you have to first travel till Thiruvananthapuram by regular bus services. Both private, as well as state-owned buses, connect the capital city from other major cities and states. From Trivandrum, you cannot approach the town by road but only through water. Boats or houseboats are available from Trivandrum till Poovar.

How to reach Poovar by train

The nearest railway station to Poovar is Parasalla Railway Station at a distance of 11 km. Thiruvananthapuram is another option lying nearly about 23 km away. From there on, you can hire a boat or houseboat to reach Poovar.

How to reach Poovar by waterways

Poovar Island is located 30 km south of Trivandrum. A fifteen-minute boat ride from Trivandrum will take you to the island. To move around this beautiful picturesque town, Poovar offers several options. Water taxis are available in many forms as per the visitor's convenience ranging from country boat and house boat to motor boat and canoes.

Local transport in Poovar

To move around this beautiful picturesque town, Poovar offers several options. Water taxis are available in many forms as per the visitor's convenience ranging from country boat and house boat to motor boat and canoes. A fifteen minute boat ride will be enough to take you to capital city of Kerala, Trivandrum. However, monsoon is not the perfect time to visit Poovar, so plan your trip accordingly.

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How much does a package cost for Poovar?

The packages for Poovar start at INR 6599 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What are the places near Poovar?

The top places near to Poovar are Kovalam which is 13 km from Poovar, Kanyakumari which is located 57 km from Poovar, Trivandrum which is located 20 km from Poovar, Varkala which is located 60 km from Poovar, Alleppey which is located 143 km from Poovar

What are the things to do in Poovar?

The top things to do in Poovar are Poovar Beach, Thirparappu Falls, Vizhinjam, Shopping in Poovar, The Fishing Village, Cruises. You can see all the places to visit in Poovar here

What is the best way to reach Poovar?

Being in the Trivandrum district of Kerala, Poovar is well-connected to the many cities in the country. Trivandrum International Airport lies at a distance of about 38 km, Trivandrum Railway Sation at around 35 km and has an extensive network of roads to the rest of the country.
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What is the local food in Poovar?

Visiting a coastal area gives you a chance to savor the mouth watering delicacies. Poovar being a fishing hub offers some of the most delicious fish dishes you ever tasted. In fact, the town houses several multi cuisine restaurants and road side shacks serving local, Chinese, Tamil and North Indian cuisine. You will find a liberal use of coconut in the dishes quite refreshing.
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What is the best time to visit Poovar?

The ideal time to explore Poovar Island is during winters from November - February as the temperature ranges from 19 - 33 degree Celsius and the weather is delightful. With the crisp and chillness in the air, Poovar is best visited during this time of the year. Monsoons from June to October are also another ideal time to visit Poovar as the place is surrounded by lush greenery; however quite hot and humid. With mild tropical climatic conditions, Poovar offers mildly warm summers. But, it's best to avoid visiting the island during summers as the mercury lingers around 37 degrees Celcius. It gets uncomfortable to explore the island.
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Who should visit Poovar?

Poovar is perfect for travellers who look for unexplored places. It is equally suitable for a family holiday or getaway or a private time for a honeymoon.

What is not so good about Poovar?

Tropical weather characterised by high humidity due to the coastal area.

What is famous about Poovar?

Poovar is an isolated and unspoilt ecotourism spot in Kerela. Well-known for its clean and golden sandy beach with serene backwaters.

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Q. How long a trip should I plan to fully enjoy Poovar?

Rohit Shroff

5 years ago
Poovar can be completed in just a day.
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Naman Sarawagi

5 years ago
About 40kms from the trivandrum airport. We selected this place over kovalam beach. Kovalam is very famous and that is a problem, makes it very crowded. Poovar is peaceful. Good resorts around the be (Read More)ach and lake.

Rohit Shroff

5 years ago
- Carry a pair of sport shoes for there will be a lot of walking and hiking around.
- Carry a camera to capture the charming beauty of the town.
- Plan your trip in winter season or summers but (Read More) avoid monsoon due to heavy rainfall.
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